Foton Miler vs Toyota RAV4

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Foton Miler in South Africa

Foton Miler

Box Body Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 399,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 92 kW 🔧 320 Nm
VS
Toyota RAV4 in South Africa

Toyota RAV4

2.5 HEV GR-S CVT Hybrid CVT Current
ZAR 941,800 ex-showroom
⚡ 137 kW 🔧 221 Nm ⛽ 21.3 km/l
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Decision summary

Foton Miler vs Toyota RAV4: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Miler starts ZAR 270,100 cheaper Miler from ZAR 339,900 · RAV4 from ZAR 610,000

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Miler RAV4
Maximum Power Miler92 kW RAV4137 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque Miler320 Nm RAV4221 Nm
Engine Size Miler2000 cc RAV42500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy MilerNot Officially Disclosed RAV421.3 km/l
Ground Clearance MilerNot Officially Disclosed RAV4186 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Miler RAV4
Model Introduced Year 2024 2026
Generation Single-row cab platform on a 2,900 mm wheelbase with four body configurations in the live local range. All-new sixth-generation RAV4 introduced in South Africa in July 2026
Facelift History Current South African Miler range, with no separate facelift identified. Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Launched Since Not Applicable Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Version Ending Not Applicable Current South African 2026 specification
Body Style Light truck SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment 2.1-tonne light truck SUV
Vehicle Type Light commercial vehicle SUV
Tare Mass Kg - 1725-1740 kg
Spec Miler RAV4
Length 5535 mm 4645 mm
Width 1970 mm 1880 mm
Height 2110 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase 2900 mm 2690 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) Not Officially Disclosed 186 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed 125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 55 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Officially Disclosed 732 l
Kerb Weight 2120 kg 1560 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 2230 kg
Payload Capacity 2180 kg 460 kg
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 1000 kg
Seating Capacity 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 1 rows 2 rows
Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 5.6 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 991 mm
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 947 mm
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1031 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 882 mm

In depth: how these cars differ

This Miler and RAV4 comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Miler vs RAV4 questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.